Indexator Rotator Systems AB
Indexator Rotator Systems AB, founded 1973 in Vindeln, Sweden, manufactures hydraulic rotators, swing dampers, links and the proprietary K100 hose swivel for forestry, cargo handling and material handling OEMs worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1973
- HeadquartersVindeln, Sweden
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Indexator Rotator Systems AB does
Indexator Rotator Systems AB, headquartered in Vindeln, Sweden and founded in 1973, is a niche industrial manufacturer specializing in hydraulic rotators and ancillary components used in forestry, general cargo handling, and material handling applications. The company sells the world's largest range of hydraulic rotators — spanning the GV, G, GX, AV, H, HX, Smart, IR, XR, SR and T series — together with links, swing dampers, manifold blocks, mountings, crane tips, hose guards and the proprietary K100 hose swivel line. Core technology differentiators include a patent-pending K100 modular swivel construction (unique seal solution, sliding bearing, and surface coating) that the company claims delivers more than double the service life of competitor swivels and eliminates hose twisting; an MPB (mechanical parking brake) interface integrated across the G, GX, H and XR lines; XR-series rotators with integrated electrical swivel for signals and magnet feed optimized for quick couplers; and ISO 9001-certified manufacturing at the Vindeln facility. The business model is hardware sales into global OEMs (machinery, crane and grapple manufacturers) complemented by an independent distributor channel in selected markets, plus spare parts and service revenue; products are priced privately per OEM/distributor agreements, and aftermarket service is reinforced by an Indexator Service School for OEM and distributor technicians. Indexator is a subsidiary of Lifco (Nasdaq Stockholm-listed) and an active member of the Skogstekniska klusret (Forest Technology Cluster) — a northern Sweden consortium of forest-machinery companies collectively generating over 3 billion SEK in turnover with roughly half exported.
Indexator Rotator Systems AB firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Indexator Rotator Systems AB
- Legal name
- Indexator Rotator Systems AB
- Website
- https://indexator.se
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1973
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Indexator Rotator Systems AB, founded 1973 in Vindeln, Sweden, manufactures hydraulic rotators, swing dampers, links and the proprietary K100 hose swivel for forestry, cargo handling and material handling OEMs worldwide.
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Indexator Rotator Systems AB industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Hydraulic Equipment
- NAICS
- Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)
- SIC
- General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Loading/Unloading & Transfer Equipment (Telescopic Conveyors, Loaders, Tipplers) (IMAHABAI)
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Where Indexator Rotator Systems AB is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Vindeln
- HQ country
- Sweden
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Indexator Rotator Systems AB business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
Revenue model
- Hydraulic Rotator Sales: Sale of hydraulic rotators (GV, G, GX, AV, H, HX, Smart, IR, XR, SR, T series) to OEMs and distributors worldwide.
- Ancillary Equipment Sales: Sale of ancillary equipment including links, swing dampers, swivels (K100), manifold blocks, mountings, crane tips, and hose guards.
- Spare Parts and Service: Spare parts supply and service/repair work through OEMs and distributors.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Indexator Rotator Systems AB product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Indexator Rotator Systems AB manufactures and sells hydraulic rotators and ancillary equipment for forestry, general cargo handling, and material handling applications. The portfolio includes multiple rotator product lines (GV, G, GX, AV, H, HX, Smart, IR, XR, SR, T series), K100 hose swivels, links, swing dampers, manifold blocks, mountings, crane tips, and hose guards. Products are sold primarily to machinery, crane, and grapple OEMs worldwide.
Product overview
Indexator Rotator Systems AB offers the world's largest range of hydraulic rotators and ancillary equipment. The product portfolio includes multiple rotator product lines (GV, G, GX, AV, H, HX, Smart, IR, XR, SR, and T series) serving forestry, general cargo handling, and material handling applications worldwide. Supporting products include Links and Swing Dampers for crane applications, K100 Hose Swivels designed to eliminate hose twisting and extend hose service life, and accessories such as manifold blocks, mountings, crane tips, and hose guards. The company operates in close cooperation with major machine manufacturers (OEMs) and serves customers globally through distributors.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- K100: A series of hose swivels based on a unique combination of tried-and-tested technology and great flexibility. The K100 is a next-generation hose swivel with high performance, long service life, and modular construction.
- Indexator
Products and services
- GV Rotators GV (Grip Vridare) rotators providing both rotation and grip functions for forestry and material handling applications. Models include GV 3, GV 4, GV 6, GV 12, GV 124, GV 14, and GV 17.
- G Rotators Grapple rotators with two functions (rotation and grip), adapted for MPB brake systems. Models include G 101, G 121, G 141, and G 171.
- GX Rotators Low-profile rotators with MPB interface designed for efficient machine, operator, and grapple operation with smooth, quick movements.
- AV Rotators AV (Aggregat Vridare) rotators providing rotation-only function for aggregate applications. Models include AV 4, AV 12, AV 14, and AV 17.
- H Rotators Aggregate rotators with rotation-only function, adapted for MPB brake systems. Models include H 101, H 121, H 122, H 152, and H 182.
Quantifiable outcome
- Twisting by as little as 10 degrees shortens hose service life by up to 90 percent. K100 eliminates hose twisting completely.
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Companies that use Indexator Rotator Systems AB
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments2 records
Indexator Rotator Systems AB technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
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- Has API
- No
- API docs
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Feature7 records
Indexator Rotator Systems AB partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Skogstekniska klustret (Forest Technology Cluster)coreIndexator is one of eleven member companies in the Skogstekniska klustret, a forest technology cluster driving development projects through collaboration between companies in northern Sweden and academic R&D. The cluster has over 1,000 employees across member companies with combined annual turnover exceeding 3 billion SEK, half exported. The other ten member companies are Bracke Forest, Cranab, Elforest Technologies, Iggesund Forest, Hultdins, Komatsu Forest, Log Max, Olofsfors, Oryx Simulations, and Vimek.
- Rototilt Group ABminorAs of March 2015, Rototilt Group AB changed its name from Indexator Rototilt Systems following ownership changes in October 2014. Indexator Rotator Systems AB retained its company name separately. Rototilt focuses on tiltrotators while Indexator Rotator Systems focuses on hydraulic rotators.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Indexator Rotator Systems AB competitors and assessment
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Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Indexator Rotator Systems AB social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance1 record
Indexator Rotator Systems AB financial estimates
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Indexator Rotator Systems AB funding detail
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Investors
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Indexator Rotator Systems AB M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Indexator Rotator Systems AB
What does Indexator Rotator Systems AB do?
Indexator Rotator Systems AB manufactures and sells hydraulic rotators and ancillary equipment for forestry, general cargo handling, and material handling applications. The portfolio includes multiple rotator product lines (GV, G, GX, AV, H, HX, Smart, IR, XR, SR, T series), K100 hose swivels, links, swing dampers, manifold blocks, mountings, crane tips, and hose guards. Products are sold primarily to machinery, crane, and grapple OEMs worldwide.
Is Indexator Rotator Systems AB a public or private company?
Indexator Rotator Systems AB is a private company. It is currently operating.
When was Indexator Rotator Systems AB founded?
Indexator Rotator Systems AB was founded in 1973. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Indexator Rotator Systems AB based?
Indexator Rotator Systems AB is headquartered in Vindeln, Sweden, in the Europe region.
How does Indexator Rotator Systems AB make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Hydraulic Rotator Sales are the primary driver. The others are ancillary Equipment Sales and spare Parts and Service.
Does Indexator Rotator Systems AB have an API?
No public API is recorded for Indexator Rotator Systems AB.
What industry is Indexator Rotator Systems AB in?
Indexator Rotator Systems AB's product category is Industrial Hydraulic Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHABAI, Loading/Unloading & Transfer Equipment (Telescopic Conveyors, Loaders, Tipplers). Its NAICS code is 3339 and its SIC code is 3560.